News | Pezeshkian: BRICS should play a central role in countering unilateralism / Trump’s popularity in decline

Pars Today – The President of Iran stated that BRICS must play a central role in countering the worrying trend of unilateralism.

According to Pars Today, Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s President, noted that one of the greatest threats to justice and stability in the contemporary international order is the rise of unilateral actions and the instrumental use of sanctions. He added that such policies not only threaten the national interests of independent countries but also disrupt global cooperation and make sustainable development impossible. In this context, BRICS can and must play a central and leading role in countering this alarming trend.

Over 1,200 artists worldwide call for an end to the genocide in Gaza

More than 1,200 figures from the film and television industry, including Oscar winners, have issued a statement calling for an end to the genocide in Gaza. In the statement, they also committed to refraining from cooperating with Israeli institutions and companies involved in acts of genocide and racism against the Palestinian people.

Among the signatories are global cinema stars such as Yorgos Lanthimos, Adam McKay, Olivia Colman, Tilda Swinton, Javier Bardem, and Cynthia Nixon.

Swiss healthcare workers stage hunger strike in protest of genocide in Gaza

News sources reported that several healthcare workers in Switzerland gathered in front of the country’s parliament on Monday to announce a hunger strike in protest against the crimes and genocide carried out by the occupiers in the Gaza Strip.

Participants in the protest wore blood-stained medical attire and called on the Swiss government to take decisive actions, including imposing sanctions on the occupying regime and officially recognizing the State of Palestine.

China expresses interest in strengthening ties with North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a message marking the 77th anniversary of North Korea’s founding, emphasized Beijing’s desire to strengthen strategic communications and close cooperation with Pyongyang.

Drone attack on the global “Al-Sumoud” Fleet

The ship Family, a key vessel of the Global Al-Sumoud Fleet, was targeted in a drone attack at the port of Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia, resulting in fires on parts of the ship.

Opponents of the Israeli regime attack Israeli arms company office in Germany

The Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that activists opposing the Israeli regime and supporting Palestine attacked the office of the Israeli arms company Elbit Systems in Germany, causing damage worth hundreds of thousands of euros.

Celebration of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday held in London

A ceremony commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was held at the residence of the Iranian Ambassador in London, attended by cultural and academic figures, diplomats, and members of the Muslim community living in the UK.

Fall of the French government: Parliament dismisses Prime Minister

Following widespread opposition to the budget plans of French Prime Minister François Baroin’s government, he requested a vote of confidence in the National Assembly, which resulted in his defeat. Accordingly, 364 deputies voted against the government, while 194 voted in favor, leading to a vote of no confidence in the French government.

Famous London artist protests UK crackdown on demonstrators

The latest mural by the anonymous British artist known as Banksy, painted on the wall of a London courthouse, depicts a judge striking a defenseless protester with a gavel. The artwork serves as a critique of the UK authorities’ repressive policies toward demonstrators.

Trump’s popularity declines in the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to face a significant drop in popularity, with two new polls indicating widespread opposition to his use of the National Guard to address crime in American cities. According to a CBS and YouGov survey, Trump’s approval rating stands at 44%, while an NBC News and SurveyMonkey poll reports it at 43%.